#Manthan2025 | Organised by the Defence Estates Organisation on 18–19 September
Hon’ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurated the conference on 18th Sep 2025 and urged the Indian Defence Estates Service (#IDES) to transform Cantonment Boards into smart, green & sustainable urban ecosystems by 2035, aligned with the vision of a #ViksitBharat by 2047. 🇮🇳
The conference was graced by the presence of Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh, PVSM, AVSM, Chief of the Air Staff, and the Defence Secretary Shri Rajesh kumar singh along with other senior dignitaries.
Focus areas: e-Chhawani 2.0 (AI-driven), citizen participation, smart power, EV hubs, waste-to-energy, AI surveillance & eco-friendly growth
This vision charts a path towards future-ready, sustainable #SmartCantonments in line with the Government of India’s development roadmap.
#MoD #AzadiKaAmritMahotsav
#DGDE #NIDEM #RakshaSampadha
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The Officer Trainees of the Indian Defence Estates Service (IDES) 2024 batch called on the Honourable President of India.
They were accompanied by the Defence Secretary, Secretary Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, the Director General of Defence Estates (DGDE), the Director of the National Institute of Defence Estates Management (NIDEM).
During his opening speech Defence Secretary briefed Honourable President Madam about the training journey of IDES (OTs)
During her interaction, the Honourable President underscored the imperative of integrating digital solutions in this era of rapid technological transformation.
Hon’ble President of India has also emphasised to make Cantonments as model townships.
#IDES #DGDE #RakshaSampadha #NIDEM
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Probationers of Indian Defence Estates Service, Military Engineer Services and Central Water Engineering Service called on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan. The President advised officers to move ahead with the spirit of nation-first. She said that their actions will impact the nation's growth and quality of life of citizens.
अंतर्राष्ट्रीय योग दिवस के अवसर पर "स्वास्थ्य के लिए योग" इस विषय पर व्याख्यान का आयोजन किया गया। योग, स्वास्थ्य और संस्कृति का सुंदर संगम ! 🧘♂️Yoga for One Earth, One Health📷 #InternationalDayofYoga2025@RakshaSampada@pddesc
"To enhance healthcare services, Ahmednagar Cantt Board has engaged specialist doctors on a visiting basis at the CB Hospital. Quality care, now closer to home. 🏥👨⚕️👩⚕️ #Healthcare#Ahmednagar#CanttBoard" @RakshaSampada
Sri S. N. Gupta, IDES 90, has taken charge as DGDE on 31/05/2025 (A/N), With vast experience in governance and land management, his leadership is set to enhance modernization efforts in Defence Estates organisation.
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Felicitation of RMO Cantt. Hospital & team for contribution in SHS by the auspicious hands of Padmashree Hon'ble Popatrao Pawar, Brig. Russell D'Souza, Kum. Pooja Varade, Vikrant More CEO & others dignitaries on occassion of Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign. #SBD2024#SHS2024
Felicitation of Cantt. Schools HM for contribution in SHS by the auspicious hands of Padmashree Hon'ble Popatrao Pawar, Brig. Russell D'Souza, Kum. Pooja Varade, Vikrant More CEO & others dignitaries on occassion of Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign. #SBD2024#SHS2024
Felicitation of CSRD students by the auspicious hands of Padmashree Hon'ble Popatrao Pawar, Brig. Russell D'Souza, Kum. Pooja Varade, Vikrant More CEO & others dignitaries on occassion of Swachhata Hi Seva Campaign. #SBD2024#SHS2024#SwachhataHiSeva2024@PddeScPune